Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

responsive touchscreen display

stylish aluminum design

fast charging support

solid performance benchmarks

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

average battery life

ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 and ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 vs. ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.8 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.45 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.265 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Platinum Off black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" 16"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - Mini LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 201 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness - 1100 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features PixelSense Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, HDR (high dynamic range), 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G7 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 24-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
RAM 8 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Total Capacity - 2 TB
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 x 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Raid 0 configuration, Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Four speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 330 Watt, 20 V, 16.5 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture trackpad, Alcantara material palm rest Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) Microsoft 365 (Trial), Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G634JZ)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, customisable armor cap
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, Aura Sync logo, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Aura Sync Rear Glow, ROG Nebula Display
Compliant Standards - TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
SAR Value 0.308 W/kg (body) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - NM041W
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